World Schooling Links
Our Ambition and Journey So Far
Worldschooling is a concept that has really inspired me over the past year. While we’re not fully worldschooling yet, it’s something we love to incorporate alongside traditional school—and it’s a big ambition of mine to one day homeschool or worldschool my youngest daughter.
At its core, worldschooling is about turning the world into your classroom. It’s a way of learning that goes far beyond textbooks and worksheets, letting kids experience history, culture, science, and language first-hand as they travel and explore new places. Even if you’re not travelling full-time, you can bring a worldschooling mindset into everyday life by seeking out new experiences, exploring local culture, and using online resources to broaden learning.
Some of the benefits that draw me to worldschooling include:
Deeper, more memorable learning through real-world experiences
Greater adaptability and independence as kids navigate new environments
Flexible, personalised education that can move at your child’s pace
Stronger family bonds through shared adventures and discoveries
A broader worldview and appreciation for different cultures and ways of life
No reliance on school term time only holidays.
Of course, we’re still finding our way and mixing these ideas with regular schooling. For now, we use a mix of online pages, interactive resources, and local outings to add a bit of extra learning and global perspective to our routine. It’s a journey, and we’re excited to see where it leads—whether that’s more travel, homeschooling, or just continuing to make the most of every learning opportunity we find.
Khan Academy Kids: A completely free, ad-free app offering interactive activities, books, videos, and creative lessons for children ages 2–8. It’s designed by experts and adapts to each child’s learning level.
e-Learning for Kids: A global, nonprofit platform with free lessons in math, science, reading, and more, suitable for children worldwide.
National Geographic Kids: Offers games, quizzes, videos, and facts about animals, science, and geography—perfect for curious minds.
BBC Bitesize: A well-known UK resource with lessons, games, and revision tools for all ages and subjects.
Oxford Owl: Free activities, e-books, and games focused on reading and maths for ages 3–11.
Starfall: Focuses on reading, phonics, and math through fun games, songs, and books for younger children.
Turtle Diary: Over 1,000 free educational games covering math, science, language arts, and geography for kids in grades K–5.
CoolMath 4 Kids: Engaging math games and activities designed to make learning math fun.
Duolingo: A popular, free language-learning app suitable for kids and adults, with interactive lessons for dozens of languages.
DK Find Out: Interactive quizzes, video lessons, and fun facts covering a huge range of topics for all ages.
Education.com: A huge library of over 37,000 resources, including worksheets, lesson plans, games, and hands-on activities. Perfect for reinforcing school topics, exploring new subjects, or finding creative projects for kids of all ages.
English 4 Kids: A fantastic site for printable worksheets, grammar exercises, vocabulary games, and phonics resources. Great for both native speakers and ESL learners, with materials covering reading, writing, spelling, and math.
Education Brothers: Offers a wide range of free and paid educational resources, including interactive games, printable worksheets, and activities to support learning in English, math, and science. Designed to make learning fun and engaging.
UrBrainy: Provides free and premium printable worksheets for math, English, and reasoning skills, suitable for early years through primary school. The site is easy to navigate and offers plenty of practice for key skills.
Amazon Kindle: A fantastic tool for encouraging kids to read, you can access the free Kindle app on phones, tablets, and computers, so kids can still access eBooks easily.
You can also get free books from:
Amazon’s Free Children’s eBooks: Amazon offers thousands of free children’s books, including classics and new titles. You can find daily free ebooks on sites like Freebooksy that highlight limited-time offers for Kindle books.
Goodreads Free Kindle Books List: Goodreads maintains a popular list of free Kindle ebooks for children, featuring hundreds of titles across age groups and genres.
Just Kindle Books: This site helps you find and filter free children’s books on Kindle, with tips on sorting by price, rating, and genre to discover great free reads.
Library eBooks: Many local libraries offer free Kindle-compatible eBooks through apps like OverDrive or Libby, letting you borrow children’s books digitally for free.
World Book Day Tokens: In the UK, children receive tokens to redeem free books at participating bookstores, which can include Kindle editions or physical copies
Worldschooling Resources & Communities
If you’re interested in worldschooling—learning through travel, culture, and real-world experiences—there are some great places to start:
Worldschoolers Facebook Group: A large, supportive online community where families share advice, resources, and experiences about worldschooling.
Worldschooling Central: Offers guides, family stories, and practical tips for getting started with worldschooling, whether you’re travelling full-time or just adding global learning to your routine.
Project World School: Hosts temporary learning communities and retreats for teens and families around the world, blending travel and education.
Worldschooling Hub: A directory of resources, events, and communities for families interested in global learning and travel-based education.
These sites and groups are a great way to connect with other families, find inspiration, and discover practical tips for making worldschooling part of your child’s education—even if you’re just starting out or mixing it with traditional schooling.
